{"id":4168,"date":"2022-11-01T04:41:40","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T04:41:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bettafishworld.com\/?p=4168"},"modified":"2022-11-01T04:41:47","modified_gmt":"2022-11-01T04:41:47","slug":"do-guppies-eat-other-fish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bettafishworld.com\/do-guppies-eat-other-fish\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Guppies Eat Other Fish?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Do Guppies Eat Other Fish?<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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The question, “Do guppies eat other fish?” may be an elusive question for pet owners. The answer depends on many factors, including the type of fish, its environment, and the kind of food it consumes. In the wild, guppies had access to live food like mosquitoes and other species, which provided a balanced diet. This unique diet makes guppies unique among aquarium fish, and must be considered when caring for them. Most other animals stick to a diet that is limited to a list of food items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feeder guppies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Feeder guppies often feed on the offspring of other fish, including their own young. This practice is known as filial cannibalism, and is common among many fish species. However, it is not clear why guppies eat other fish. Scientists are still trying to figure out the reason for this behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without a consistent supply of food, guppies can become stressed and aggressive. As a result, they may fight for leftover food, which can worsen their water conditions. Additionally, if the population of females in a tank is small, guppies may even eat each other. Likewise, male guppies will try to gain female attention by nipping each other’s tails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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